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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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